Dog bite liability laws can be more complicated than you might imagine, and often vary from state to state. Many states base their laws on the understanding that all animals can turn vicious under the right set of circumstances, and a pet owner must then assume all responsibility when an attack occurs. Even if an […]

Although dogs are often thought of as man’s best friend, they can be dangerous too. Dog bites are surprisingly common, with the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimating that there are around 4.7 million dog bites annually across the United States. Around 800,000 of these cases require hospital treatment and approximately 386,000 require […]

The mauling of a 7-year-old girl by four Staffordshire bull terrier-cross dogs that made worldwide headlines has left the child struggling for her life in critical but stable condition. She reportedly faces years of reconstructive surgery. According to news reports, the child was attacked while her family vacationed in New Zealand. The dogs repeatedly bit […]

In the course of any California personal injury claim, the issue of damages must be addressed to the satisfaction of the court. Without proving an actual loss, the court will not even hear a personal injury or wrongful death claim. The plaintiff seeks remuneration, or economic restoration, in the form of compensatory damages. These type […]